SKU: T0L46A
HP LaserJet Pro M12w
- Print technology
- Laser
- Memory
- 8 MB
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Key features
- Print from mobile device
- Quality and reliability you expect from the industry leader in laser printing
- Print speeds up to 19 ppm
- Compact size—the smallest HP laser printer
- Wireless networking
- Wireless direct printing
- Easy printing from mobile devices
- HP ePrint
- Preinstalled cartridge
- Original HP cartridges
- HP Auto-On/Auto-Off Technology
Technical specifications
Product
| UPC number | (AB0) 889894897732; (ABY) 889894897787; (AC8) 889894897848; (ACJ) 889894897749; (AKV) 190780244586; (B19) 889894897800; (BAZ) 889894897817; (BBU) 889894897756; (BGJ) 889894897855; (BGM) 889894897763 |
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| Product type | Laser printers |
| Subcategory | Single and multifunction printers |
Memory
| Maximum Memory | 8 MB |
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| Memory Slots | Not expandable |
Storage
| Storage temperature range | -20 to 40ºC |
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| Storage device and direct print support | USB printing |
Battery and power
| Power supply type | Built-in power supply |
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Software
| Compatible Operating Systems | Windows 11; Windows 10; Windows 8; Windows 8.1; Windows 7; Windows Vista; Windows Server; macOS X 10.9 Mavericks; macOS X 10.10 Yosemite |
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| Printer smart software features | HP ePrint, Mopria-certified, Auto-On/Auto-Off technology |
| Print Technology | Laser |
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| Mobile printing capability | HP ePrint; Mopria™-certified; Mobile Apps; Do not include 'SIPs" |
| Acoustic power emissions (active, printing) | 6.4 B(A) |
| Acoustic pressure emissions bystander (active, printing) | 50 dB(A) |
| Print speed, black | 18 |
| Print quality black (best) | Up to 600 x 600 x 2 dpi |
| Print quality black (normal) | Up to 400 x 600 x 2 dpi (600 dpi effective output) |
| Print Resolution Technologies | HP FastRes 600, HP FastRes 1200 |
| Print speed black (ISO, letter) | Up to 19 ppm |
| Print speed black (ISO, A4) | Up to 18 ppm |
| Print speed black (Portrait, A5) | Up to 6 ppm |
| Duplex printing | Manual |
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| Copyright notice | © Copyright 2026 HP Development Company, L.P. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. |
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Paper handling
| Paper size | Letter; A4; Legal; B5 |
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| Paper trays, maximum | Up to150 sheets for input; Up to 100 sheets for output |
Physical
| Dimensions (W x D x H) Note | Without input or output trays extended |
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| Maximum dimensions (W x D x H) | 349 x 410 x 228 mm |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 349 x 238 x 196 mm |
| Color or black | Black and white |
Package
| Package dimensions (W x D x H) | 400 x 250 x 298 mm |
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| Pallet dimensions (W x D x H) | America: 1200 x 1000 x 2534 mm; EMEA, AP: 1200 x 1000 x 2226 mm |
| Count of layers in pallet | America: 8, EMEA/APJ: 7 |
| Quantity per pallet | America: 96, EMEA/APJ: 84 |
Sustainability
| Ecolabels | Blue Angel; EPEAT® Silver registered; ENERGY STAR® certified |
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| Energy star certified | Yes |
| Sustainability specifications | Mercury free |
| Energy Usage CO2e (kg) | 54 |
| End of Life CO2e (kg) | 6 |
| Production CO2e (kg) | 135 |
| Total CO2e (kg) | 197 |
| Transportation CO2e (kg) | 2 |
Warranty and service
| Manufacturer Warranty | 1 Year Limited Warranty (Return to HP/Dealer - Standard Bench Repair) |
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| Network protocols, supported | Via built-in WiFi 802.11b/g/n wireless network: IPv4, IPv6; HP ePrint |
Other
| Connection type | Wireless |
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| Minimum System Requirements | Windows® 7, 8, 8.1,10 (32-bit/64-bit): 2 GB RAM for 64-bit, 1 GB RAM for 32-bit, 400 MB Free HD space; Windows Vista® (32-bit/64-bit): 1 GB RAM (32-bit); Windows® XP: Intel Pentium® II, Celeron® or 233 MHz compatible processor, 750 MB Free HD space; Windows® Server 2008 (32-bit/64-bit), Windows® Server 2003: 512 MB RAM, 400 MB free HD space; all systems: CD-ROM/DVD drive or Internet connection, USB port |
| What's in the box | HP LaserJet Pro M12w Printer; Preinstalled HP Original Introductory Black LaserJet Toner Cartridge (~500 pages); Installation guide, Setup Poster, Support flyer, Warranty guide; Software drivers and documentation on CD-ROM; Power cord; USB cable |
| Energy savings feature technology | HP Auto-on/Auto-off Technology |
| Power consumption | 375 watts (active printing), 1.2 watts (ready), 0.8 watts (sleep), 0.8 watts (Auto Off/Wake on USB, enabled at shipment), 0.45 watts (Auto-off/Manual-on), 0.45 (Manual Off) |
| Power | Input voltage 115 to 127 VAC (+/- 10%), 60 Hz (+/- 2 Hz), 12 amp; 220 to 240 VAC (+/- 10%), 50 Hz (+/- 2 Hz), 6.0 amp |
| Cable included | Yes. 1 USB |
| Registration required | No |
| Print Cartridges/Bottle, Number | 1 Black |
| Replacement cartridges | HP 79A Original Black LaserJet Toner Cartridge CF279A |
| Brand | HP |
| Sub brand | LaserJet Pro |
| Blue Angel compliant | Yes, Blue Angel DE-UZ 205—only ensured when using Original HP supplies |
| Electromagnetic compatibility | CISPR 22:2008 / EN 55022:2010 - Class B, EN 61000-3-2: 2006 +A1: 2009 +A2:2009, EN 61000-3-3: 2013, EN 55024: 2010, FCC Title 47 CFR, Part 15 Class B / ICES-003, Issue 6, GB9254-2008, GB17625.1-2012 |
| Safety | IEC 60950-1:2005 +A1:2009+A2:2013/EN60950-1:2006 +A11:2009 +A1:2010+A12:2011+A2:2013; IEC 60825-1:2007 / EN 60825-1:2007 (Class 1 Laser/LED Product); IEC 62479:2010 / EN 62479:2010 GB4943-2011 |
| Orderable supplies | HP 79A Original Black LaserJet Toner Cartridge, CF279A |
| Connectivity | HP ePrint; USB; Wireless (Wi-Fi®) |
| Number of users | 1-3 Users |
| Connectivity, standard | 1 Hi-Speed USB 2.0; 1 WiFi 802.11b/g/n |
| Network capabilities | Standard (built-in WiFi 802.11b/g/n) |
| Non-Operating Humidity Range | 10 to 90% RH |
| Operating humidity range | 10 to 80% RH |
| Recommended operating humidity range | 30 to 70% RH |
| Operating temperature range | 15 to 32.5ºC |
| Recommended operating temperature range | 17.5 to 25ºC |
| Functions | Print Only |
| Country of origin | Vietnam(ACJ, BGM, BBU, AB0) |
| Datasheet publication number | 4AA6-6597EEAP |
| Differentiator (features) | Small price. Big performance. Smart choice. |
| Why to buy | Depend on professional quality and trusted HP performance, using the lowest-priced and smallest wireless laser printer from HP.[1] Easily save space and budget. |
| Headline | Easily print high-quality documents, and get the reliability you count on from the industry leader in laser printing.[2] Print right out of the box with a preinstalled Original HP cartridge. Help save energy with HP Auto-On/Auto-Off Technology.[7] |
| Key selling point | Easily print from mobile devices with Android™ version 4.4 or later or Google Chrome™ operating systems.[6] |
| Key selling point for SEO | Easily access, print, and share resources with wireless networking; print from mobile devices with Android™ version 4.4 or later or Google Chrome™ operating systems; and print directly from your mobile device—without accessing the network.[4,5,6,8] |
| Image legal disclaimer | Product image may differ from actual product |
| Legal disclaimer | ENERGY STAR and the ENERGY STAR logo are registered U.S. marks. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. AirPrint and the AirPrint logo are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Linux is a U.S. registered trademark of Linus Torvalds. UNIX is a registered trademark of The Open Group. |
| Product logos | Energy Star |
| Monthly printed pages | 1000 |
| Segment | Small Office |
| Usage | Small Work Team |
| Cartons per layer | 12 |
| Bottom margin (A4) | 4 mm |
| First page out black (A4, ready) | Up to 9.2 sec |
| First page out black (A4, sleep) | Up to 9.4 sec |
| First page out black (letter, ready) | Up to 8.9 sec |
| Duty cycle (monthly, A4) | Up to 5000 pages |
| Print languages | Host-based printing |
| Printer Management | HP Status and Alerts; (CD install only) |
| Recommended monthly page volume | 100 to 1000 |
| Target user and print volume | For teams up to 3 users; Prints up to 1,000 pages/month |
| Maximum input capacity (sheets) | Up to 150 sheets |
| Standard input capacity (envelopes) | Up to 15 |
Notes and footnotes
- Power requirements are based on the country/region where the printer is sold. Do not convert operating voltages. This will damage the printer and void the product warranty. Power consumption values typicallty based on measurement of 115V device.
- HP Original Introductory Black LaserJet Toner Cartridge (~500 page yield). Actual yields vary considerably based on images printed and other factors. For details see http://www.hp.com/go/learnaboutsupplies
- Declared yield value in accordance with ISO/IEC 19752 and continuous printing. Actual yields vary considerably based on images printed and other factors. For details see http://www.hp.com/go/learnaboutsupplies.
- Declared yield value in accordance with ISO/IEC 19752 and continuous printing. Actual yields vary considerably based on images printed and other factors. For details see http://www.hp.com/go/learnaboutsupplies
- A product carbon footprint is defined as the total amount of greenhouse gases emitted directly and indirectly by a product over its lifetime. Greenhouse gas emissions are reported as global warming potential for 100-year time horizon (GWP-100) in units of CO2 equivalence. Calculations are done in accordance with ISO 14040 & ISO 14044. Individual values may not sum to total due to rounding.
- [1] Lowest-priced claim based on manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP). Actual prices may vary.
- [2] Based on WW market share of units shipped CY-1996 through CY-2015, WW color and monochrome laser categories. Source: IDC 2015Q4 Quarterly Hardcopy Peripheral Tracker.
- [3] Measured using ISO/IEC 24734 and excludes first set of test documents. For more information, see hp.com/go/printerclaims. Exact speed varies depending on the system configuration, software application, driver, and document complexity.
- [1] HP Original Introductory Black LaserJet Toner Cartridge (~500 page yield). Actual yields vary considerably based on images printed and other factors. For details see http://www.hp.com/go/learnaboutsupplies.
- [4] Wireless performance is dependent on physical environment and distance from access point. Wireless operations are compatible with 2.4 GHz routers only.
- [5] Feature works with devices running Android™ 4.4 or later. Mobile device needs to be connected directly to the Wi-Fi® network of a wireless direct-capable MFP or printer prior to printing. Depending on mobile device, an app or driver may also be required. Learn more at hp.com/go/mobileprinting. Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of Wi-Fi Alliance®.
- [2] Without input or output trays extended
- [6] Feature does not work with an iPhone®, an iPad®, or mobile devices running Windows®. Wireless operations are compatible with 2.4 GHz operations only. App or software and HP ePrint account registration may also be required. Learn more at hp.com/go/mobileprinting.
- [3] With print cartridges
- [7] HP Auto-On/Auto-Off Technology capabilities are subject to printer and settings.
- [4] Power requirements are based on the country/region where the printer is sold. Do not convert operating voltages. This will damage the printer and void the product warranty. Power consumption values typicallty based on measurement of 115V device.
- [8] Printer requires ePrint account registration. App or software may be required. Wireless operations are compatible with 2.4 GHz operations only. Learn more at hp.com/go/mobileprinting.
- [5] Power requirements are based on the country/region where the printer is sold. Do not convert operating voltages. This will damage the printer and void the product warranty. Energy Star value typically based on measurement of 115 V device.
- [9] Features are all applicable to M12w only.
- [6] Based on the BA TEC method with the following possible exceptions: 1 minute or less sleep delay setting, Wi-Fi disabled.
- [7] Declared yield value in accordance with ISO/IEC 19752 and continuous printing. Actual yields vary considerably based on images printed and other factors. For details see http://www.hp.com/go/learnaboutsupplies.
- [8] Duty cycle is defined as the maximum number of pages per month of imaged output. This value provides a comparison of product robustness in relation to other HP LaserJet or HP Color LaserJet devices, and enables appropriate deployment of printers and MFPs to satisfy the demands of connected individuals or groups.
- [9] HP recommends that the number of printed pages per month be within the stated range for optimum device performance, based on factors including supplies replacement intervals and device life over an extended warranty period.
- [10] HP SureSupply alerts you when your print cartridge is running low and helps you purchase online or locally through HP or a participating retailer. Only available with Original HP supplies; Internet access required. To learn more, visit http://www.hp.com/go/SureSupply.
- Duty cycle is defined as the maximum number of pages per month of imaged output. This value provides a comparison of product robustness in relation to other HP LaserJet or HP Color LaserJet devices, and enables appropriate deployment of printers and MFPs to satisfy the demands of connected individuals or groups.
- HP recommends that the number of printed pages per month be within the stated range for optimum device performance, based on factors including supplies replacement intervals and device life over an extended warranty period.
